Below are the opportunities currently available at the Mind Research Network. Please review all of our current openings and apply for positions of interest.
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Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a full-time Quality Assurance Specialist under the general supervision of the Quality Assurance Director. The Quality Assurance Specialist will perform laboratory inspections, participate in sponsor and regulatory audits, reviews research data and reports, assists in verifying the Institutes compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Institute study protocols, policies and standard operating procedures.
A Research Assistant I position is currently available in Dr. Sephira Ryman's laboratory at The Mind Research Network, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The candidate will work on projects that use multimodal MRI neuroimaging techniques (e.g. MRI/fMRI/DWI), biospecimen analyses, and detailed assessment of neuropsychiatric symptoms to study neurodegenerative conditions (Parkinson’s disease and dementia syndromes). The lab has several ongoing projects that span a range of topics, including evaluating how cerebrovascular and gastrointestinal dysfunction contributes to disease onset and progression in neurodegenerative conditions.
We like working with other smart, motivated people looking to better the lives of our patients through scientific discovery. In addition to completing the online application requirements, we request a cover letter describing your prior experience with research participants and/or related experience. Please add the cover letter at the beginning of your resume.
DUTIES:
The primary duties of the Research Assistant I will be to collect research data (neuropsychological assessment, questionnaires, neuroimaging data, and biospecimens) with human participants, with additional opportunities to gain experience analyzing neuroimaging data. The Research Assistant I works within established research protocols to perform or assist with routine assessments and/or procedures relevant to the study. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (and Spanish, preferred)
- Collect, process and assist with compilation and verification of research data, samples, and/or specimens, following strict protocol and detailed instructions
- Performs or assists with routine data verification and quality control, ensuring data integrity and consistency with prescribed study protocols.
- Performs or assists with the execution of routine research protocols, such as interviewing, testing, and/or scientific procedures.
- Performs and/or assists with routine data analysis and interpretation, as specifically assigned; may utilize specialized analytical equipment and/or instrumentation, or specified statistical data analysis programs and software
- Assists in the setup, operation, and maintenance of research equipment, instrumentation, and/or facilities, as specifically instructed.
- Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives.
- Must have weeknight/weekend availability as needed
- Perform scientific literature searches relevant to the research
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute (LBRI) is seeking an experienced Research Associate in Bioanalytical Chemistry with considerable experience. The position will support bioanalytical method development, validation and application of bioanalytical assays within the Scientific Core Laboratories.
The job will involve working in multi-disciplinary scientific teams to develop, validate and apply bioanalytical chemistry methods for sample analysis. Working in the laboratory to process and analyze samples using Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC) and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) with mass spectrometry detection.
A full time Research Coordinator position is currently available in Dr. Kent Keihl’s laboratory at The Mind Research Network in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The Research Coordinator will work with a team on grant-funded studies designed to evaluate neurobehavioral characteristics of incarcerated criminal offenders with antisocial (e.g., psychopathic) traits, substance use disorders, and/or past traumatic events (including traumatic brain injury). Our studies also investigate the impact of treatment (e.g., mindfulness meditation) as well long-term outcomes post-release from incarceration. Research coordinators are responsible for: 1) Recruiting and scheduling participants, 2) Conducting clinical and neuropsychological assessments, 3) Analyzing data to assure data integrity, quality control and protocol compliance, 4) Training and supervising research staff and student volunteers, 5) Using statistical software to analyze data quantitatively and qualitatively, and assist in the preparation of conference presentations, manuscripts, and grant proposals. Training will be provided in the administration and scoring of clinical interviews and neuropsychological tests. Depending on interests and experience, training may also be provided in brain imaging (e.g., functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)) data collection and analysis. Opportunities are also available to become involved in and/or lead research papers and publications.
The majority of time will be spent collecting data in corrections facilities.
Study Directors play a crucial role in managing preclinical research in all aspects of drug development as the single point of control responsible for the overall conduct in accordance with Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Regulations. Under the general supervision of the Director, conducts contractual studies or research which is relatively broad in scope and which requires decisions as to methodology employed. Looking for a Scientist with interest and/or experience in medical countermeasures (radiation or infectious disease). Plans, conducts and supervises research requiring fundamental scientific knowledge and advanced knowledge toxicology, biology, and/or infectious disease.
Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute (LBRI) is seeking a Research Technologist with a background in bioanalytical chemistry. The position will support bioanalytical method development, validation and application of bioanalytical assays within the Scientific Core Laboratories.
The position will involve working in multi-disciplinary scientific teams to develop/characterize formulations and develop/validate/apply analytical chemistry methods for sample analysis. Working in the laboratory to process and analyze samples using Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC).
Lovelace Biomedical is seeking a full-time individual to join our operations team as a resource and planning coordinator. The primary focus will be to develop and implement software tools by working closely with research scientific operations, project management, information services, and technical groups to meet specific milestones as they relate to resource planning and management objectives. Areas of responsibility include the input of data to track project initiative, resource planning, milestone/deliverable execution, and project closing as they relate to customer/project deadlines. Candidates must display an interest in maintaining current skills and in developing job skills, gaining additional expertise through project/program management training and/or certification. Excellent knowledge of day-to-day conduct of biomedical research studies, project management and related scheduling. Working knowledge of FDA Good Laboratory Practice regulations.
Under general direction and reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant is responsible for reporting, coordinating activities, resources, preparation of monthly billing and invoicing in support of projects for the Institute.
The Staff Accountant will work with Scientists and other business units/leaders in the development of proposals, budgets and estimates for completion as well as establish track and monitor project schedules, deliverables and milestones. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for analyzing financials to ensure that project goals are accomplished on time and on budget. Individual will communicate with Sponsors, Scientists, Accounting and Finance personnel on project schedules, project and financial status including estimates to complete and deliverables. The Staff Accountant will also work with Accounting and AR on the tracking and coordination of collection on invoices, and perform all other duties and tasks as required or assigned.
Under the supervision of the Manager of Technical Operations, the Technical Trainer will perform a critical role in the management, delivery, and documentation of requisite training in support of Lovelace’s research programs.
The Trainer will work with a variety of staff to ensure that training and documentation meet the needs of regulatory compliance and Institute SOPs, coordinate the training needs of several institute departments and individuals while remaining cognizant of regulatory compliance, work directly with and obtain guidance from multiple sources, (i.e. Attending Veterinarian (AV), Training Protocol PIs, Institutional Official (IO), Testing Facility Management (TFM), Study Directors, Director of Quality and Compliance, and Division Supervisors & Trainers) then formulate and implement appropriate training programs, and perform all other related duties and tasks as required or assigned.
The recent joining of Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute (LBRI) with the Touro University System that includes New York Medical College (NYMC) has expanded our academic prowess and the potential to conduct innovative clinical trials to impact respiratory diseases. While NYMC’s primary mission is training medical and dental students, it also offers graduate programs in experimental pathology, microbiology, immunology, cell biology, biochemistry and molecular biology and conducts research across these disciplines. Founded in 1947 as a not-for-profit corporation, LBRI employs ~35 PhD level scientists and ~250 technicians and staff. The Lovelace mission is to serve humanity through research on the prevention, treatment, and cure of respiratory disease. LBRI studies respiratory health issues of concern to scientists and health care experts in universities, government, industry, and patient advocacy groups and offers state-of-the-art facilities to support the needs of the work proposed.
With an extended community of Faculty, researchers, graduate students and technicians, LBRI is uniquely positioned to provide broad research resources to Faculty members committed to advancing our mission. LBRI operates more than 450,000 sq. ft of laboratory space over two campuses with state-of-the art facilities to support basic and applied research. LBRI, with over 120 animal models for respiratory research and breeding facilities for genetically engineered mouse models, provides a rich environment for collaboration and translation of basic research findings to in vivo models. Our well-established pre-clinical investigational drug safety program allows opportunities to extend work into human clinical trials for respiratory and non-respiratory diseases.
LBRI's affiliation agreement with the University of New Mexico allows for adjunct faculty appointments, training of graduate students, and fosters collaboration across the Health Sciences Research Programs and the University of New Mexico's NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
We are currently seeking Tenure-Eligible Faculty members at the Associate or Professor level to join LBRI and be a part of our collaborative research team. Tenure will be through New York Medical College and offer not only guaranteed generous salary support, but opportunities for research collaborations and trainees. Applicants should have a demonstrated research expertise and record of accomplishment in Lung Cancer, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Immunology, Toxicology, or Infectious Disease. Applicants must demonstrate significant research experience and a record of accomplishment in basic, population, and/or translational research. LBRI provides state-of-the-art research space/equipment and full administrative support. Competitive start-up package and long-term institutional support to include significant dedicated annual funding will be provided to expand collaborative research across LBRI and NYMC and for the applicant to continue to grow their extramurally funded research program. Depending on the candidate's interest, LBRI’s affiliation agreement with the University of New Mexico also allows for adjunct faculty appointments for those who are eligible with the possibility for graduate student training and additional clinical collaborations across the Health Sciences and Main Campus Research Programs.